New York State Workshops Continuing Education

New York State Education Law requires certain individuals applying for licensure to have completed the two hours of coursework in the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment.

The Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) was signed into law in September of 2010. The goal of the act is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all students. In order to achieve this goal, the act requires all school personnel to complete six clock hours of coursework or training in anti-bullying prevention techniques.

All dentists, dental hygienists, licensed practical nurses, optometrists, podiatrists, registered nurses,physicians, physician assistants, and specialist assistants must complete this workshop every four years according to Section 6505-b of the Education Law. You must attest to having completed this requirement to the State Education Department on your first licensure/registration application and at every subsequent registration.

New York State Education Law requires certain individuals applying for licensure to have completed the three hours of coursework in Understanding the Needs of Children with Autism. This requirement applies to applicants who apply for certain certificate titles on or after September 2, 2009.

All individuals applying for a teaching certificate are required to complete two clock hours of course work or training in school violence prevention and intervention in accordance with section 3004 of the Education Law of the state of New York.